Receive free blood pressure, blood oxygen, blood sugar screenings and obtain a free total lipid profile, which measures total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides. For most accurate results, screening participants are asked to fast for at least 12 hours prior to the screening and take medications as usual (with water only). No appointments are necessary.

Bring your list and your camera and visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Harrisonville branch of the Cass County Public Library.

The library is located at 400 E. Mechanic St., Harrisonville.

For more information, call 816-884-3483.

Tuesday, Dec. 11

Alzheimer’s Support Group to meet

Cass Regional Medical Center will host an Alzheimer’s Support Group meeting at 6 p.m. Dec. 11 in conference room 1 located directly inside the main entrance of the hospital at 2800 E. Rock Haven Rd., Harrisonville.

For more information, call the Alzheimer’s 24-hour information and support line at 800-272-3900.

Wednesday, Dec. 12

COPD Support Group to meet

Cass Regional Medical Center will host a COPD Support Group at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 12 at Cass Regional Medical Center in conference rooms 1, 2 and 3, located directly inside the main entrance of the hospital at 2800 E. Rock Haven Rd., Harrisonville. This is the annual holiday luncheon.

This support group is for those diagnosed with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and their caregivers. Participants provide support to one another and learn methods to manage their conditions while taking part in everyday activities.

The Harrisonville branch of the Cass County Public Library will have a Holipalooza event for teens from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 15.

Celebrate the season at this multicultural event and learn about different cultures, customs and traditions.

The library is located at 400 E. Mechanic St., Harrisonville.

For more information, call 816-884-3483.

Sunday, Dec. 2 – Thursday, Dec. 6

Our Lady of Lourdes to present Advent Mission

Amidst the glitter and Christmas shopping, how will you prepare for your spiritual reception of Christ this December? Fr. Bill Casey, nationally renowned speaker and frequent guest on EWTN Catholic Radio and TV, will be in the Kansas City area presenting an Advent Mission, “Preparing the Way of the Lord by Spiritual Renewal.”

Give yourself the gift of spiritual renewal and join Fr. Casey in his Mission Conference which includes scripture readings, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with benediction, confession and a social gathering.

The event will be at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 through Dec. 6 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 2700 Mechanic St., Harrisonville.

Mark your calendar and attend the best Christmas gift you can give yourself as you prepare for your best Christmas ever. Give a gift to someone else and carpool.

Wednesday, Dec. 19

Community Blood Center Blood Drive slated

Cass Regional Medical Center will host the Community Blood Center’s Blood Drive from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 19 in conference rooms 1, 2 and 3, located directly inside the main entrance of the hospital at 2800 E. Rock Haven Rd., Harrisonville.

Appointments are welcome, but not necessary. To schedule an appointment, go online to www.esavealifenow.org (Sponsor Code: cassmed). You can also contact Stacy Sample at 816-380-5888, ext. 7510, or via email at ssample@cassregional.org.

Thursday, Dec. 20

Diabetes Support Group to meet

Cass Regional Medical Center will host a free Diabetes Support Group meeting at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 in conference rooms 1, 2 and 3, located directly inside the main entrance of the hospital at 2800 E. Rock Haven Rd., Harrisonville.

Monthly, Cass Regional’s Diabetes Education team presents topics on current trends in diabetes treatments, lifestyle modification options and topics of interest for those who have diabetes or who have loved ones diagnosed with diabetes. This will be the holiday party for the group.

The Diabetes Support Group meetings are free to the public. For more information, contact Diabetes Educator Liz Whelan, at 816-380-5888, ext. 6010, or email lwhelan@cassregional.org.